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1
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What do steroids/ corticosteroids end in

A

Sone

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What does methylpredisone, prednisone, and dexamethasone do (action)

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Suppress inflammation, alter immune response and prevent organ rejection

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What is the education for methylprednisone, prednisone, and dexamethasone

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Don’t double dose
Don’t stop suddenly - taper
Tell doc of severe abd cramping or tarry stool
Avoid live virus vaccines

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What are the contraindications for meds methylprednisone, prednisone, and dexamethasone

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Untreated infections
Live virus vaccines
Chronic treatment

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What are some interventions you would want to do for methylprednisone, prednisone, and dexamethasone

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Monitor adrenal suppression
Monitor I/O weight edema
Monitor electrolytes, glucose, cholesterol
Assess for changes in LOC and headaches

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What are some side effects you can expect for methylprednisone, prednisone, and dexamethasone

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Depression/euphoria 
hypertension 
acne 
ADRENAL SUPPRESSION 
decreased wound healing 
anorexia 
muscle wasting
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What do the meds Lisinopril (prinivil), Captopril (capoten), and Valsartan (diovan) do

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Lowers BP

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what are some side effects you would expect for Lisinopril (prinivil), Captopril (capoten), and Valsartan (diovan)

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dizziness
hypotension 
angioedema 
insomnia 
taste disturbances 
increased HR
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what are some interventions for Lisinopril (prinivil), Captopril (capoten), and Valsartan (diovan)

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monitor BP (lying standing sitting)
assess for angiodemea
monitor renal function (urine protein, BUN, creatine)
monitor for fluid overload (weight)

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what are some contraindications for Lisinopril (prinivil), Captopril (capoten), and Valsartan (diovan)

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renal impairment
hypovolemia
history of angioedema
HF

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What is the education for Lisinopril (prinivil), Captopril (capoten), and Valsartan (diovan)

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tell doc of rash, fever, sore throat
dont stop unless told to by doc
dont double dose
may cause hypoglycemia in beginning

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what does Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), Furosemide (Lasix) and Spironolactone (Aldactone) have in common

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they are all diuretics

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what does Furosemide (lasix) do

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stops absorption of sodium to promote increase urine secretion

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what is the education for Furosemide (lasix)

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dont double dose
change positions slowly
tell doc if you gain more the 3lbs in 1 day

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what are the contraindications for Furosemide (lasix)

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liver disease
allergy to sulfa
electrolyte depletion
renal impairment

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what are the side effects of Furosemide (lasix)

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steven-johnson 
dehydration 
low sodium or potassium 
hypovolemia 
metabolic alkalosis
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what are the interventions for Furosemide (lasix)

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assess fluid status (weight, I/O)

monitor BP and pulse before and during treatment

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What does Spirolactone (aldactone) do

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promotes urine secretion and saves potassium while doing it

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what is the education for Spirolactone (aldactone)

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avoid driving and alcohol

dont use oral diphenhydramine

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what are the interventions for Spirolactone (aldactone)

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monitor I/O weight
check potassium and sodium levels
monitor BUN and creatine

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21
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what are the side effects of Spirolactone (aldactone)

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dizziness 
arrhythmias 
hyperkalemia 
erecticle dysfunction 
hyponatermia
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what are the contraindications for Spirolactone (aldactone)

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hyperkalemia
acute renal insufficiency
diabetes
anuria

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23
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what does Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) do

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Excretion of water and sodium via urine can lower BP

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what is the education for Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)

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dont double dose
take at same time every day
monitor BP

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what are the side effects of Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)

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steven-johnson 
dizziness 
hypotension 
hypokalemia 
dehydration and muscle cramps
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What are the contraindications for Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)

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lactation or pregnancy

renal or hepatic impairment

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27
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what are the interventions for Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)

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monitor BP 
monitor I/O weight 
assess for rash 
allergy to sulfa 
monitor electrolytes, BUN and creatine
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28
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What does Oxybutynin (Ditropan) do

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anticholinergic

clams overactive bladder by relaxing muscle contractions and increases bladder capacity

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what is the education for Oxybutynin (Ditropan)

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avoid driving and alcohol
good oral hygiene
overheating is possible bc inability to sweat

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30
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what are the side effects for Oxybutynin (Ditropan)

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dry mouth 
dizziness 
constipation 
inability to sweat 
urinary retention 
increase thirst
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what are the contraindications for Oxybutynin (Ditropan)

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urinary retention
Pregnancy
renal impairment

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what are the interventions for Oxybutynin (Ditropan)

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monitor I/O
catheter can be used after voiding for residuals
assess for anticholinergic effects (sedation and weakness) in older adults

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33
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what does ketolorac (toradol) do

A

NSAID

short term management of pain

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34
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what is the education for ketolorac (toradol)

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dont double dose
dont take more then 5 days
avoid driving and alcohol
may cause temporary infertility in women

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35
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what are the side effects of ketolorac (toradol)

A 
drowisness 
MI stroke 
stevens-johnson 
GI bleeding 
renal toxicity 
urinary frequency
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36
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what are the contraindications for ketolorac (toradol)

A 
peptic ulcer 
GI bleeding 
alcohol intolerance 
advanced renal impairment 
pregnacy
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what are the interventions for ketolorac (toradol)

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monitor BP 
assess for fluid retention 
assess pain levels 
evaluate liver function 
may increase BUN, creatine and potassium
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38
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What does phenazopyradine (pyridium)

A

bladder analgesic

Relieves UTI pain

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what is the education for phenazopyradine (pyridium)

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stop med when symptoms resolve
CAN CAUSE REDDISH ORANGE PEE
tell doc if you get a rash or skin discoloration

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40
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what are the side effects of phenazopyradine (pyridium)

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headache
hepatotoxicity
reddish orange pee
renal failure

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41
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what are the contraindications for phenazopyradine (pyridium)

A

glomerulonephritis
severe hepatitis
renal failure

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42
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what are the interventions for phenazopyradine (pyridium)

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check renal function

do not crush

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43
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what does gentamicin do

A

antibiotic - treats infections

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44
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what is the education for gentamicin

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drink plenty of fluids

Hypersensitivity: tinitus, vertigo, hearing loss difficulty urinating

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45
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what are the side effects for gentamicin

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headaches
NEPHROTOXIC
diarrhea
bronchospasm, cough

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46
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what are the contraindications for gentamicin

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Intestinal impaction
renal impairment
COPD, asthma

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what are the interventions for gentamicin

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monitor BUN and Creatine
monitor neurological status
monitor I/O
assess infection

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48
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what does Trimethorpim/ Sulamethoxazole (bactrium DS) do

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antimicrobial

treats infection

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49
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what is the education for Trimethorpim/ Sulamethoxazole (bactrium DS)

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finish all of the med
dont take meds for diarrhea
use sunscreen bc of photosensitivity

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what are the side effects of Trimethorpim/ Sulamethoxazole (bactrium DS)

A

steven-johnson
NV
hepatic and epidermal necrosis
Cdiff-associated

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what are the contraindications of Trimethorpim/ Sulamethoxazole (bactrium DS)

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folate deficiency
renal impairment
HIV

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52
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what are the interventions Trimethorpim/ Sulamethoxazole (bactrium DS)

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ensure no allergy to sulfa 
assess for rash 
monitor for diarrhea 
monitor CBC and urinalysis 
may increase creatine and potassium
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53
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what does kayexalate do

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lowers potassium

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54
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what is the education for kayexalate

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avoid laxatives or antacids

may cause systematic alkalosis

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what are the side effects for kayexalate

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hypokalemia
hypocalcemia 
intestional necrosis 
constipation 
fecal impaction
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56
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what are the contraindications for kayexalate

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life threatening hyperkalemia
abnormal bowel function
chronic constipation
previous bowel resection

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57
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what are the interventions for kayexalate

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monitor I/O weight
monitor potassium levels
assess abdomen and stools

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58
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what does Finasteride (proscar) do

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stops testosterone to reduce prostate size

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59
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what is the education for Finasteride (proscar)

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take even if symptoms improve
may have to take up to 12 months
increases risk of prostate cancer
women avoid semen of men taking this can pose risk to fetus

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what are the side effects for Finasteride (proscar)

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prostate cancer
angioedema
breast cancer
decreased libido and erection

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what are the contraindications for Finasteride (proscar)

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women
hepatic impairment
obstructive uropathy

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what are the interventions for Finasteride (proscar)

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assess prostate (rectal exams) 
assess for incomplete bladder emptying
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what does the med tamulosin (flomax) do

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treats urge, overflow and enlarged prostates in males

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what is the education for tamulosin (flomax)

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dont double dose
avoid driving
change positions slowly
talk to doc before taking any cold remedies

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what are the side effects of tamulosin (flomax)

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dizziness, headaches, orthostatic hypotension,

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what are the contraindications for tamulosin (flomax)

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sulfa allergy
cataract surgrey
patients at risk for prostate carcinoma

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what are the interventions for tamulosin (flomax)

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monitor I/O edema weight 
assess prostate 
take 30 min after meal 
dont crush it 
dosage is started small and then worked up
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68
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what does Bismuth subsalicylate do

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helps relieve symptoms of heart burn and reflux

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what is the education for Bismuth subsalicylate

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dont double dose
drink plenty of fluids
dont take more then 8 doses per day
tell doc of diarrhea lasting more then 2 days

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70
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what are the side effects of Bismuth subsalicylate

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nv

ringing ears

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what are the contraindications for Bismuth subsalicylate

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children
renal failure
dialysis

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72
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what are the interventions for Bismuth subsalicylate

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monitor bowel functions
black stools are temporary
avoid asprin
give on an empty stomach

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73
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What does PPIs end in

A

azole

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74
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what does omeprazole, rabeprazole, pantoprazole, and lansoprazole do

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decrease acid reflux

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what is the education for omeprazole, rabeprazole, pantoprazole, and lansoprazole

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tell doc of black tarry stool
take full course of meds
avoid driving

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what are the side effects of omeprazole, rabeprazole, pantoprazole, and lansoprazole

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associated cdiff

hypersensitivity reactions

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what are the contraindications of omeprazole, rabeprazole, pantoprazole, and lansoprazole

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lacatation
children
hepatic impairment

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what are the interventions of omeprazole, rabeprazole, pantoprazole, and lansoprazole

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monitor bowel functions
moniotr CBC
may increase ALT and AST
monitor magensium levels

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what does sucralfate do

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GI protectant

protects ulcers

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80
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what is the education for sucralfate

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take for 4-8 weeks even if feeling better

check ups on ulcers

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what are the side effects of sucralfate

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constipation
dry mouth
drowisness
dizziness

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what are the contraindications for sucralfate

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renal impairment

diabetes

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what are the interventions for sucralfate

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assess stools for blood
assess abdominal pain
assess ulcers

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what do histamine blockers end in

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dine

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what does cimetidine, famotidine, and nizatidine do

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healing and prevention of ulcers and decrease acid reflux

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what is the education for cimetidine, famotidine, and nizatidine

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dont double dose
take even if feeling better
dont smoke
report black tarry stools

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what are the side effects for cimetidine, famotidine, and nizatidine

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confusion
arrhythmias
aplastic anemia

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what are the contraindications for cimetidine, famotidine, and nizatidine

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products that contain alcohol
renal impairment
Pregnancy and lactation

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what are the interventions for cimetidine, famotidine, and nizatidine

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assess stool for blood
monitor CBC
assess for confusion

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what does the med garviscon do

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antacid

lowers amount of acid in the stomach

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what is the education for garviscon

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dont smoke
tell doc if dark tarry stool
avoid driving

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what are the side effects of garviscon

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constipation
nv
diarrhea
taste impairment

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what are the contraindications of garviscon

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H2 blockers
benzyl alcohol
pregnancy
renal or hepatic disease

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what are the interventions for garviscon

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assess ulcers
limit alcohol intake
dont breast feed

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95
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what dose calcium carbonate do

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antacid

calcium supplement

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96
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what is the education for calcium carbonate

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dont take longer then 2 weeks
increase fluids
avoid alcohol, caffeine and tobacco

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97
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what are the side effects for calcium carbonate

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vomiting
stomach pain
belching
dry mouth

98
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what are the contraindications for calcium carbonate

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high calcium
pregnancy
decreased GI motility
renal disease

99
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what are the interventions for calcium carbonate

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monitor calcium levels
assess for constipation
monitor for digoxin toxicity

100
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what does Aluminum hydroxide do

A

antacid

Replacement

101
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what is the education for Aluminum hydroxide

A

tell doc of black tarry stool
white/pale stools are common
avoid foods high in phosphate
not meant for long term use

102
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what are the side effects of Aluminum hydroxide

A

constipation
nv
fecal impaction

103
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what are the contraindications for Aluminum hydroxide

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pregnancy
decreased GI motility
renal disease

104
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what are the interventions for Aluminum hydroxide

A

assess pain level s
monitor aluminium/ phosphate levels
monitor for constipation

105
Q

what does magnesium hydroxide do

A

antacid

replacement

106
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what is the education for magnesium hydroxide

A

not meant for long term use
dont take at bed time
shake suspension

107
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what are the side effects of magnesium hydroxide

A

decreased RR
drowisness
diarrhea

108
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what are the contraindications for magnesium hydroxide

A

obstruction
increased magnesium
decreased calcium
renal deficency

109
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what are the interventions for magnesium hydroxide

A

monitor for magnesium toxicity
assess cause of constipation
seizure precautions
not for pregnant

110
Q

what is the onset, peak and duration of regular insulin

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onset- 30 min
peak - 2-3 hours
duration-6 hours

111
Q

when should you take regular insulin

A

30 min before meals

112
Q

what kind on insulin is levemir

A

long lasting insulin

113
Q

what is the onset peak and duration of levemir

A

onset - 1.5 hours
peak - none
duration- 24 hours

114
Q

what kind of insulin is humalog

A

rapid acting insulin

115
Q

what is the onset peak and duration of humalog

A

onset - 15-30 min
peak - 0.5-1.5 hours
duration - 3-4 hours

116
Q

when should you take humalog

A

15 mins before eating or right after eating

117
Q

what does empagliflozin do

A

antidiabetic

lowers BG

118
Q

what is the education for empagliflozin

A

take in the morning
may cause yeast infections
tell doc of any swelling on genitals or sores on the feet

119
Q

what are the side effects for empagliflozin

A

necrotizing fascitis of genitals

urosepsis

120
Q

what are the contraindications for empagliflozin

A

renal impairment
type 1 diabetes
diabetic ketoacidosis
Pregnant

121
Q

what are the interventions for empagliflozin

A

monitor for infection

observe for signs of hypoglycemia

122
Q

what does Glipizide (glucotrol) do

A

antidiabetic

lowers BG

123
Q

what is the education for Glipizide (glucotrol)

A

know ss of jaundice
check BG regularly
report bleeding, weight gain, swelling ankles, SOB
no alcohol

124
Q

what are the side effects for Glipizide (glucotrol)

A

photosensitivity
hypoglycemia
aplastic anemia

125
Q

what are the contraindications for Glipizide (glucotrol)

A

sulfa allergy
type 1 diabetes
DKA

126
Q

what are the interventions for Glipizide (glucotrol)

A

Check BG
monitor CBC (report a decrease)
may increase BUN and creatine

127
Q

what does Exenatide do

A

antidiabetic

lowers BG

128
Q

what is the education for Exenatide

A

ss of pancreatitis, hyper/hypoglycemia

A1c testing

129
Q

what are the side effects of Exenatide

A

thyroid cell tumors
pancreatitis
diarrhea
nv

130
Q

what are the contraindications for Exenatide

A

thyroid cancer

type 1 diabetes

131
Q

what are the interventions for Exenatide

A

ss of pancreatitic
Pregnancy
ss of hypoglycemia
sick day

132
Q

what does metformin do

A

antidiabetic

lowers BG

133
Q

what is the education for metformin

A

ss of lactic acidosis
monitor BG levels at home
ID bracelet
take with meals

134
Q

what are the side effects for metformin

A

lactic acidosis,
abdominal bloating
nv
diarrhea

135
Q

what are the contraindications for metformin

A 
creatine below 1.5 
HF 
renal failure 
hepatic disease 
DKA
136
Q

what are the interventions for metformin

A

monitor BG, CBC
STOP before surgrey
ss of lactic acidosis

137
Q

what does phentemin-topimimate do

A

appetite suppression

aides in weight loss

138
Q

what is the education for phentemin-topimimate

A

risk of suicidal ideation
taper off
may cause changes in mental performance and/or vision

139
Q

what are the side effects for phentemin-topimimate

A

seizure
steven-johnson
hepatotoxicity
constipation dry mouth

140
Q

what are the contraindications for phentemin-topimimate

A

Pregnancy
history of suicidal thoughts
diabetes

141
Q

what are the interventions for phentemin-topimimate

A

monitor weight
monitor for changes in behavior
monitor BP and HR

142
Q

what does Liraglutide do

A

antidiabetic

aides in weight loss and glucose control

143
Q

what is the education for Liraglutide

A

report skin effects if any, abdominal pain with nv
dont use during pregnancy
watch for thyroid lumps

144
Q

what are the side effects for Liraglutide

A

suicidal ideation
thyroid tumors
pancreatitis

145
Q

what are the contraindications for Liraglutide

A

pancreatitis
Pregnancy
breast feeding
history of suicidal ideation

146
Q

what are the interventions for Liraglutide

A

monitor for pancreatitis

monitor for thyroid lumps

147
Q

what does orlistat do

A

anti-obesity

decreases fat absorbed

148
Q

what is the education for orlistat

A

take a multivitamin

limit food intake by 30%

149
Q

what are the side effects for orlistat

A

gas
oily stool
urgent bowel movements
loose stools

150
Q

what are the contraindication’s for orlistat

A

dont take with warfarin or HIV meds
chronic malabsorption syndrome
cholestasis

151
Q

what are the interventions for orlistat

A

dont take longer then 12 mts
monitor liver enzymes
can cause GI upset

152
Q

what does naltrexalone do

A

opiod antagonist

153
Q

what is the education for naltrexalone

A

dont other steps to refrain from taking opiods

know the ss of opiod withdrawal

154
Q

what are the side effects for naltrexalone

A 
nv 
insomnia 
headcahe 
nervousness 
dizziness 
fatigue
155
Q

what are the contraindications for naltrexalone

A

Opioid dependance
Pregnancy
children

156
Q

what are the interventions for naltrexalone

A

seizure precaution
monitor BP, LOC, RR
assess opioid withdrawal

157
Q

what does entecavir do

A

oral antiviral

decreases damage from hep b

158
Q

what is the education for entecavir

A 
tell doc of ss of lactic acidosis 
doesnt cure hep b 
avoid driving 
dont double dose 
take full course of med
159
Q

what are the side effects of entecavir

A 
hepatomegaly 
lactic acidosis 
nausea 
fatigue 
dizziness
160
Q

what are the contraindications for entecavir

A

renal impairment

co infections of hep

161
Q

what are the interventions for entecavir

A

monitor liver enzymes
may increase ALT and AST
may decrease albumin
monitor signs of hep

162
Q

what does beta blockers end in

A

lol

163
Q

what does atenolol and metoprolo do

A

decreases BP and HR

164
Q

what is the education for atenolol and metoprolo

A

dont double dose or skip
take even if feeling better
tell doc of slow pulse, wheezing, fever or rash
increase sensititvty to cold

165
Q

what are the side effects of atenolol and metoprolo

A 
fatigue weakness 
bradycardia 
HF 
pulmonary edema 
erectile dysfunction
166
Q

what are the contraindications for atenolol and metoprolo

A 
uncompensated HF 
renal impairment 
pulmonary edema 
bradycardia 
heart block
167
Q

what are the interventions for atenolol and metoprolo

A 
monitor BP and HR, ECG 
monitor I/O weight 
assess for HF 
peripheral edema 
may increase BUN
168
Q

what does interferon-alpha do

A

injectable antiviral for hep

169
Q

what is the education for interferon-alpha

A

dont shake
drink plenty of fluids
injected into muscles
best in evening before bed

170
Q

what are the side effects of interferon-alpha

A 
headache 
diarrhea 
dizziness 
dry mouth 
back pain
171
Q

what are the contraindications for interferon-alpha

A

blood cell disorders
diabetes
another hep infection
pancreatitis

172
Q

what are the interventions for interferon-alpha

A

monitor liver function

monitor infection

173
Q

what does Lithium carbonate do

A

interferes with thyroid hormone synthesis

174
Q

what is the education for Lithium carbonate

A

drink lots of water
high fetal risk
SSRI risk

175
Q

what are the side effects for Lithium carbonate

A

increased WBC
increased thirst and pee
ECG changes

176
Q

what are the contraindications for Lithium carbonate

A

lithium toxicity
cardiovascular disease
renal impairment

177
Q

what are the interventions for Lithium carbonate

A

monitor for lithium carbonate

178
Q

what does aminoglutethide do

A

interferes with corisol production in the adreanal

179
Q

what is the education for aminoglutethide

A

dont double dose

ask doc before stopping

180
Q

what are the side efffects for aminoglutethide

A

measles like rash - itching on face and palms of hands

decreased WBC and RBC

181
Q

what are the contraindications for aminoglutethide

A

infection
kideny or liver disease
underactive thyroid
chickenpox/shingles

182
Q

what are the interventions for aminoglutethide

A

monitor for adrenal suppression

monitor for hypoglycemia and hyponatermia

183
Q

what does Soul-cortef do

A

corticosteriod

supress inflammaion and normal immune reasponse

184
Q

what is the education for Soul-cortef

A

dont double dose
taper off
no live virus vaccines
tell doc of tarry stool

185
Q

what are the side effects for Soul-cortef

A

weight gain
increase appetite
period changes

186
Q

what are the contraindications for Soul-cortef

A

untreated infections

chronic treatment

187
Q

what are the interventions for Soul-cortef

A

monitor LOC

monitor sodium, glucose, and potassium

188
Q

what does levothyroxine do

A

Replacement of thyroid hormone to aide in hypothiroidsm

189
Q

what is the education for levothyroxine

A

1st thing in the morning on empty stomach

life long therapy

190
Q

what are the interventions for levothyroxine

A

assess HR and BP
assess thyroid function
monitor glucose in diabetic patients

191
Q

what are the contraindications for levothyroxine

A

recent MI
Hyperthyroidism
renal impairment

192
Q

what are the side effects for levothyroxine

A

hyperthyroidsm - headache, insomnia, vomiting, diarrhea

193
Q

what does desmopressin do

A

increases amount of fluid absorbed in the kidneys that fluid is returned to blood

194
Q

what is the education for desmopressin

A

no alcohol

dont double dose

195
Q

what are the side effects for desmopressin

A

hyponatermia
dry mouth
seizures

196
Q

what are the contraindications for desmopressin

A

type 1
renal impairment
hypertension

197
Q

what are the interventions for desmopressin

A

monitor i/o
BP
signs of water intoxication
assess for dehydration

198
Q

what does psyllium do

A

bulk forming laxative

treats constipation

199
Q

what is the education for psyllium

A

long term management
1hr before other meds
drink plenty of water

200
Q

what is the side effects for psyllium

A

abdominal cramping
gas
impaction

201
Q

what are the contraindications for psyllium

A

GI obstruction
fecal impaction
GI ulceration

202
Q

what are the interventions for psyllium

A

take with full glass of water

dont chew

203
Q

what does infliximab do

A

autoimmune - immunomodulator

treats toxic megacolon and crohns

204
Q

what is the education for infliximab

A

tell doc of fungal infection

adverse reactions can occure in 3-12 days

205
Q

what are the side effects for infliximab

A

arrhythmias
MI
upper respiratory infection

206
Q

what are the contraindications for infliximab

A

HF
history of chronic infection
lactation

207
Q

what are the interventions for infliximab

A

monitor for infection

monitor CBC

208
Q

what class is loperamide and imodium

A

antidiarrheals

209
Q

what does loperamide and imodium do

A

relief of diarrhea

210
Q

what is the education for loperamide and imodium

A

avoid driving and alcohol

tell doc if fever

211
Q

what are the side effects for loperamide and imodium

A

cardiac arrest
prolonged QT interval
arrhythmias

212
Q

what are the contraindications for loperamide and imodium

A

Abdominal pain with unknown cause

alcohol intolerance

213
Q

what are the interventions for loperamide and imodium

A

assess stool and stool patterns

assess fluid and electrolyte balance

214
Q

what does prochlorperazine do

A

antiemetic

decreased nausea/vomiting and anxiety

215
Q

what is the education for prochlorperazine

A

tell doc of sore throat,fever
avoid alcohol
tell doc of abnormal bruising

216
Q

what are the side effects for prochlorperazine

A

neuroleptic malignant syndrome
extrapyridal effects
dry eyes and mouth

217
Q

what does odansteron do

A

antiemetic

decrease nv after chemo

218
Q

what is the education for odansteron

A

tell of irregular heart beat

tell doc of involuntary movement of eyes or limbs

219
Q

what are the side effects for odansteron

A

serotonin syndrome
steven-johnson
toxic epidermal necrolysis

220
Q

what are the contraindications for odansteron

A

prolonged QT interval

221
Q

what are the interventions for odansteron

A

monitor ECG, serotonin syndrome

assess for rash

222
Q

what does lomotil do

A

antidiarrheal

decreases frequency of bowel movements

223
Q

what is the education for lomotil

A

tell doc if symptoms dont improve
dont double dose
dont drink alcohol

224
Q

what are the side effects for lomotil

A 
rash 
stomach pain 
dry skin/mouth
malaise 
loss of appetite
225
Q

what are the contraindications for lomotil

A

shingles
dehydration
alcoholism

226
Q

what are the interventions for lomotil

A

avoid GI irritants (alcohol, caffine)

drink plenty of water

227
Q

what does mupirocin do

A

antibiotic cream

stops bacterial growth

228
Q

what is the education for mupirocin

A

symptoms should resolve in a few days

can cover with guaze

229
Q

what are the side effects of mupirocin

A

skin may burn, itch, sting

230
Q

what are the contraindications for mupirocin

A

renal impairments

burn patients

231
Q

what are the interventions for mupirocin

A

assess progress of healing

232
Q

what does diphenhydramine do

A

antihistmaine

decreases pain from bites, reactions on skin

233
Q

what is the education for diphenhydramine

A

causes photosensitvity
monitor for urinary retention
avoid alcohol and OTC cough med and driving

234
Q

what are the side effects of diphenhydramine

A

photosensitivity
urinary retention
dry mouth
anorexia

235
Q

what are the contraindications for diphenhydramine

A

alcohol intolerance
lactation
asthma

236
Q

what are the interventions for diphenhydramine

A

assess airways, urinary retention
stop before skin test
take at night

237
Q

what do topical fungals end in

A

azole

238
Q

what to PPIs end in

A

prazole

239
Q

what is sulfadiazine used for

A

burn patinets

240
Q

what happens to the skin when taking sulfadiazine

A

blue-green to black skin discoloration.

241
Q

what is silver nitrate for

A

antiinfective

treats burns

242
Q

what should you stay away from if you are taking cytotoxics

A

infections

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